Magliner

No matter your industry, warehouse space is a precious commodity. It can be just as valuable as what’s stored in the warehouse and only becomes more valuable as space becomes more limited. If you’re faced with a space shortage, what do you do? Acquiring more space may be an option eventually, but before you get there, it’s time to strategize and rethink your warehouse layout. It might be time to put your heavy duty hand cart to work and rethink how your team uses its available space.  Audit the Layout of Your Warehouse Whether you do it yourself or hire an outside firm, the first step is to audit your warehouse layout and available space. One common reason warehouses “fill up” is poor space management and logistics. This audit helps you identify areas of the warehouse that are over- or underutilized. This may be wall space or vertical space. Certain spaces may be underutilized simply because you don’t have the equipment or infrastructure to use those spaces (vertical space being a...

Farmers’ markets have a lot to offer creative small and family business owners. They draw farmers, artisans, artists, crafters, restaurants and all sorts of other local businesses and entrepreneurs. They usually offer significant foot traffic, and they’re an opportunity to connect with the local community. Farmers’ markets are also great for meeting like-minded people and business owners, plus they’re a lot of fun. To get the most from the experience, be sure to have the right equipment on hand. The right equipment means everything from a hand cart or hand truck for moving stock to a good book for lulls in the action. Hand Cart Signage, Staging, and Displays to Draw Attention Farmers’ markets are a kind of alternative retail environment. They’re a less formal retail dynamic than the average business operates in, but it’s still a good idea to try and stand out. It’s a difficult balance to strike, between the casual, low-pressure environment and your need to make sa...

Raising backyard chickens is a popular project for urbanites and homesteaders alike. The word has gotten out that once you’ve had their eggs, it’s hard to go back to the grocery store brands. Plus, chickens are exceedingly self-sufficient little creatures. Virtually all they need is access to food, water, shelter, and space to wander. With those comforts they will happily produce fresh eggs for you year after year. The food and water are pretty easy to come by. It’s the shelter that can be tricky. Premade chicken coops and enclosures can be spendy, so the DIY route is becoming the go-to option for many would-be chicken owners. If that’s you, the following will hopefully provide a broad outline of what you’ll need to get started on a backyard chicken brood. Lots of Chicken Wire Chicken wire is an appropriately-named type of wire meshing as it’s perfect for chicken coops and enclosures. Depending on the design, you may want to get as much as your hand cart will carr...

There’s nothing quite like hunting. While hunters are obviously hoping not to leave without game, for many, likely most, hunters, just being out is a joy. When hunting from a tree or staying still in one spot, it’s like a quiet, meditative communion with nature. When moving, it’s like hiking with a purpose. Either way, it’s a great way to spend a day in the wild. Even more exhilarating is actually bagging big game. However, it’s at that point that the process becomes entirely less philosophical and exhilarating and more utilitarian and challenging. Since hunting is often being done on either public land or private land that may not allow vehicle travel, hunters now find themselves with a hundred or more pounds of deer (several times that if it’s a bear, bull elk, or moose) that they’re going to have to haul out of the bush by hand. There are a number of strategies and tools for lugging game to a vehicle. Some of them, like employing a hand cart , work better than othe...

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the typical American will move more than 11 times in his or her life, often for a new job, a better home, or a cheaper cost of living. This means that if you’re like most Americans, you’re likely to face the daunting task of packing and transporting your household items for a move across the street or across the country. While arduous and time-consuming, you can usually conquer a move with the help of some moving equipment, a hand cart , boxes, and a few strong friends. However, there are some items, such as a piano, that might make you reconsider that DIY move. Professional movers can provide valuable expertise when moving fragile and bulky items. With professional-grade equipment like a heavy duty hand truck , professionals can take the stress out of a move. If you’re still thinking of moving a heavy, bulky, or complex item like a piano on your own, there are several considerations to keep in mind to make your mo...